Bison Burger
Makes 4 servings
1 pound ground bison
4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
salt and pepper, to taste
1. Shape ground bison into four ½ inch thick patties.
2. Grill, covered, 4-6 inches above medium hot coals,
turning once. Cook until the internal temperature
reaches 160ºF.
3. Season burger to taste with salt, pepper, and other
spices as desired.
4. Tuck into a toasted bun, top with your favorite condiments and enjoy.
Recipes by Rhoda Priesen,
Bison Chili
Makes 4 servings
1 pound ground bison
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (15.5 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed
and drained
2 (15.5 ounce) cans tomatoes, undrained
½ cup water
2 teaspoons chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Optional toppings: grated cheese or diced jalapeño peppers
1. In a non-stick skillet, cook the ground bison and onion in a small amount of oil until the meat is
browned and the onion is tender.
2. Add the pinto beans, tomatoes, water, and seasonings. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, adding
more water if chili becomes too thick.
3. Add chopped cilantro and simmer an additional 10 minutes.
4. Spoon into bowls and garnish with grated cheese or diced jalapeño peppers, if desired.
Variation:
To lower the sodium content: Use salt substitute instead ofsalt and use low-sodium canned tomatoes and low-sodiumcanned beans.
Bison Stew
Makes 10 servings
2 pounds cubed bison meat
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions, chopped
1 (15.5 ounce) can tomato sauce
6 carrots, peeled and sliced
1 (8 ounce) can tomatoes, undrained
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon pepper
3 medium potatoes, peeled
½ cup water
1. Brown meat in oil in large kettle or pot; add onions and cook until golden.
2. Add tomato sauce, carrots, tomatoes, and seasonings and cover. Cook 1 hour over very low heat.
3. Add potatoes and ½ cup water if needed.
4. Cover and cook 30 minutes over very low heat. Variations: Transfer mixture to a baking a dish and top
with biscuit dough (see page 16). Bake at 425ºF until
biscuits are brown.To lower the sodium content: Use salt substitute instead of salt and use low-sodium canned tomatoes and lowsodium
canned tomato sauce.
